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#247 of 462 private schools in MI

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy

Elementary School

1601 NICHOLS RD, Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Private

Enrollment

30

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Michigan private schools

#247 of 462

In Kalamazoo

#8 of 12

public schools

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Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy

6.2/10

Elementary School in Kalamazoo · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy is a private elementary school in Kalamazoo, MI. Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy serves approximately 30 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #247 of 462 private schools in MI.

How it comparesOn par with MI schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • MI avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 30 students, Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy compares to 38 public schools serving similar grades in Kalamazoo, MI

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
This School
vs
16.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
30
This School
vs
335
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.2
This School
vs
5.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 66.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 20% vs 0%
Black 13.3% vs 0%
Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy Kalamazoo Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy (this school) 6.2
Indian Prairie Elementary School 5.2
KingWestwood Elementary School 7.2
Hillside Middle School 5.5
Kalamazoo RESA West CampusYoung Adult Program 5.6
Linden Grove Middle School 6.4
Arcadia Elementary School 3.9
Woodward Elementary 3.7
Northglade Montessori School 6.7
Lincoln International Studies School 4.3
El Sol Elementary 6.1
Parchment Northwood Elem School 5.2
Winchell Elementary School 7.2
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts 6.7
Parchment Innovation Center 5.5
Woods Lake ElementaryA Magnet Center For The Arts 5.5
Parchment Middle School 4.0
Youth Center School 6.4
ParkwoodUpjohn Elementary School 6.8
Edison Academy 4.0
Prairie Ridge Elementary School 4.2

Showing 20 of 38 schools. View all schools in Kalamazoo

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MI.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B 6.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 50%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
D 1.3 / 10
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Enrollment 30
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MI

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 66.7%
Hispanic 20.0%
Black 13.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1601 NICHOLS RD, Kalamazoo, MI 49006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KAZOO SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is KingWestwood Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Winchell Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Kalamazoo, see our Kalamazoo schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Indian Prairie Elementary School Kalamazoo 0.4 mi 5.2
KingWestwood Elementary School Kalamazoo 0.4 mi 7.2
REFORMED HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalamazoo 0.8 mi 6.3
Hillside Middle School Kalamazoo 0.8 mi 5.5
Kalamazoo RESA West CampusYoung Adult Program Kalamazoo 0.9 mi 5.6
Kalamazoo Central High School Kalamazoo 1.1 mi 6.6
Linden Grove Middle School Kalamazoo 1.6 mi 6.4
Arcadia Elementary School Kalamazoo 1.7 mi 3.9
Woodward Elementary Kalamazoo 1.8 mi 3.7
Northglade Montessori School Kalamazoo 1.8 mi 6.7
KALAMAZOO CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Kalamazoo 2.5 mi 5.7
Winchell Elementary School Kalamazoo 2.8 mi 7.2
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Kalamazoo 2.2 mi 6.7
Phoenix Alternative High School Kalamazoo 2.5 mi 6.8
Transition Services Kalamazoo 2.5 mi
El Sol Elementary Kalamazoo 2.5 mi 6.1
Parchment Northwood Elem School Kalamazoo 2.5 mi 5.2
KAZOO SCHOOL Kalamazoo 2.8 mi 8.2
Maple Street Magnet School for the Arts Kalamazoo 2.9 mi 6.7
Lincoln International Studies School Kalamazoo 2.4 mi 4.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 49006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$45,617

Median Home Value

$198,000

Median Rent

$991/mo

Population

25,888

College Educated

44.4%

Homeownership

33.1%

Avg Commute

17.4 min

Poverty Rate

32.6%

Median Age

23.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy

What grades does Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy serve?

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy?

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 30 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy rank in MI?

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy ranks #247 of 462 private schools in MI.

What is Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy a private school?

Yes, Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy a religious school?

Kalamazoo Sda Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
30
Gender Split
37% M / 63% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Kalamazoo County

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